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North American Risk Services (NARS) · 1 day ago

Claims Desk Appraiser - Heavy Equipment

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$61K/yr - $78K/yr

3+ years exp

North American Risk Services (NARS) is seeking an Auto Claims Desk Appraiser to investigate, evaluate, and appraise damaged motor vehicles. The role involves examining vehicle damage, preparing appraisals, and negotiating repair prices while ensuring adherence to company guidelines.

Financial ServicesInsurance

Growth Opportunities

Hiring Manager

Dawn DuRapau

Responsibilities

Examines first and third-party vehicle damage

Follows the company photograph guidelines to verify the identity of the vehicle and to thoroughly document current condition/damage, prior damage, vehicle options, etc

Reviews estimates submitted with photos and subrogation demands

Prepares accurate written appraisals to determine and verify the extent of vehicular damage

Ensures adherence to claims procedures and guidelines prescribed by the company and account handling instructions to produce a high-quality work product

Negotiates repair prices with repair facilities and secures agreed prices for repairs

Maintains a list of company approved part suppliers and uses these firms whenever possible/applicable to control the cost of repairs and to ensure quality work

Obtains all necessary documentation to substantiate the appraisal and/or settlement being offered

Returns completed appraisal to the handling adjuster no later than 24 hours from date of inspection, receipt of photos, subrogation demands or owners’ choice estimates

Requests photos from repair facilities, creates estimates and establishes an agreed upon price on reinspects within two (2) business days